OT: Replacement CPU fan?

[Ray L. Volts]

Thanks Kris. As mentioned up-thread, Maplin looked hopeful but a phone
call established they no longer stock any suitable 60mm types. But the
low-priced fan at
http://www.midlandcomputers.com/default.asp?area=prodview&prodid=1489
might be OK, perhaps with the plug adapter. The only minor snag might
be the larger hole diameter, but I imagine that springy washers would
ensure a snug fit with existing machine screws. (Don't want to have to
re-drill holes in the heatsink.)

Or glue spacers in the fan case holes to make up the difference. Then
again, if you've had this much trouble finding these fans locally, you
probably would have an even worse time finding various size spacers and
other misc hardware. <shrugh>

 

[Frithiof Andreas Jensen]

be the larger hole diameter, but I imagine that springy washers would
ensure a snug fit with existing machine screws. (Don't want to have to
re-drill holes in the heatsink.)

Just Glue it in - if the surface is flat, then doublesided adhesive (mylar)
tape is good. Hotmelt or the "Silicone-rubber" glues will work well on
uneven surfaces. My harddisk is "taped" in.

One dab on each corner should do it. (By the time the replacement fan wears
out, the computer has been donated to a charity shop and written off in
tax).